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Voice Over Training

5/10/2008

One of the obvious aspects of podcasting is using your voice. And using it properly. If you’re looking for some more information about how to improve your voice technique in your podcast, I’d suggest checking out the Voice Over Experts Podcast from Voices.com.

Audacity Updated

5/09/2008

The very popular among podcasters audio recording application, Audacity has received an update. Podcasting News has a full rundown of the changes, including many bug fixes. It is nice to see some interface fixes, too, as I’ve felt Audacity has always suffered on the UI side.

Got a Podcaster Birthday Coming Up?

2/14/2008

Don’t forget that I’ve put together the finest collection of gifts for your favorite podcasting friend, family member, neighbor, or stranger! This isn’t just a list for holiday gifts, but great to find something to buy for a birthday gift or something for yourself, too. Filled with books, hardware and more, the store is broken out into … Continue reading »

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The Monitor

A list of the better podcasts and why

As I come across excellent podcasts that interest me and I think will interest you, I’ll note them in this space. Have one to recommend for inclusion? Drop me an email.


The Bugle

5/11/2008

The Bugle is published by The Times Online and features funny men John Oliver (from The Daily Show) and Andy Zaltzman. I listened to it for the first time today during a Mother’s Day roadtrip. It was so funny, it almost became dangerous for driving. If generally like British humor (who doesn’t?!) and you enjoy John Oliver on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, give this podcast a listen. Note that the topics covered and language used isn’t necessarily safe for work or young children.

Sesame Street Podcast

9/20/2007

A new video podcast from Sesame Street brought to you by the letter “P” and “sunny days.”

The Itinerant Angler Podcast

8/10/2007

Part of writer/photographer Zach Matthews’ website, each podcast offers a interview with well-known or expert fisherman from across the US and around the world.

Business English Podcast

8/10/2007

This podcast is aimed at the business traveler looking for some extra help in English language skills. Published weekly, the Business English Podcast teaches idioms, useful phrases and other vocabulary that will help non-native speakers better communicate in an English-speaking business environment.

FinancialAid Podcast

6/23/2007

Coming to you from Boston, Massachusetts, host Christopher Penn publishes a podcast on the one thing that’s always on the minds of students (and former students): financial aid and student loans. 

Culinary Podcast Network

4/09/2007

This isn’t just podcast about food, but an entire network of podcasts. It’s the self-proclaimed first all-food podcast network. While the Food Network is more about entertaining, the Culinary Podcast Network seems to be more about food.

Colonial Williamsburg Podcasts

4/07/2007

News and information, as well as behind-the-scenes peeks at Colonial Williamsburg.

Smithsonian Podcasts

4/07/2007

The Smithsonian offers 11 podcasts that range from Migratory Bird Stories to answering your questions about art. 

The.Point

1/09/2007

From NYC and covering Mac post production audio, podcast hardware, Final Cut Pro and more.

MacBreak Weekly

1/06/2007

All the latest news and gossip on Mac hardware, software and technology. 

GTD Productive Talk

12/04/2006

Merlin Mann and David Allen sit down for an 8 part podcast series on practical advice for becoming more productive using David’s Getting Things Done methodology. Highly, highly recommended.

Whirlpool American Family Podcasts

11/10/2006

A podcast series that addresses information relevant to all families. Topics range from Homeschooling to Housewarming.

The Ruby on Rails Podcast

11/04/2006

Jeff Grosenbach covers the popular web application framework Ruby on Rails with a weekly podcast featuring interviews and conference coverage.

ROI Radio

11/04/2006

Blue Sky Factory’s podcast on new media and marketing. Each episode features an interview by Greg Cangialosi and new episodes are posted weekly.

The Law in Plain English

11/02/2006

Need help with a difficult situation? Want to know your legal rights? Nolo.com offers a helpful podcast that covers legal topics in plain English. 

Battlestar Galactica Podcast

10/31/2006

Get exclusive commentary on all Battlestar Galactica episodes. Play then while you watch!

Escape From Cubicle Nation Podcast

10/24/2006

"Advice, support and encouragement to stop being a corporate prisoner and start your own business.” An extension of her popular website Escape from Cubicle Nation, Pamela Slim offers everything you need to beat the cube farm blues.

Popular Mechanics Technology

9/19/2006

Popular Mechanics Technology blog as a podcast covering interesting including “The Nuclear Option”, “Is China Stealing Our Military Secrets?”, and “The Future of TV”.  I don’t see an explicit podcast feed, so you’ll have to subscribe to the blog feed to get the podcasts. Editor, Benjamin Chertoff, wrote me with the link to their podcast feed. Thanks!

Urban Coffee

9/17/2006

A podcast that’s like sitting around the table at a coffee shop - shooting the bull on the technology, personal and politics.

StartupNation Podcast

3/21/2006

A podcast dedicated to giving current and future entrepreneurs quality information on business and entrepreneurship. 

Golf Gear News

3/12/2006

This podcast covers all things golf when it comes to building and buying the clubs you use for golfing. This is an excellent example of a über-niche podcast - it isn’t just about golf, it’s about building the clubs you golf with. Awesome.

Storynory - Children’s Stories Podcast

3/08/2006

A childrens material website and podcast that features original recorded content and children. Sync up your child’s iPod and send them off to listen to some great stories!

Scientific American Podcast

2/16/2006

A weekly and “explore the latest developments in science and technology through interviews with leading scientists and journalists.”

The Wine Experience Radio Show

1/31/2006

"Daily Podcasting of this unique national radio program is the ideal way for people to stay up to date about wine, learn wine basics, hear about wine
country regions and travel, and discover the joy of wine, food, and entertaining.”

Penguin offers A Christmas Carol podcast

12/15/2005

Started in October, The Penguin Podcast is listed as a podcast with “book extracts, author interviews and features” from Penguin Books and is a way for Penguin to market their authors and audiobooks. But they’re not featuring just any authors — the first episode had a reading from Freakanomics and Jamie Oliver, the (not) naked chef. A really well-produced podcast, it is sure to please any Penguin fans.

Edinburgh Podcast from VisitScotland.com

11/12/2005

Another great application of podcasting is the Edinburgh CityGuide Podcast, which takes you a free “whistle-top tour of the city.”

Featured Podcast: Venture Voice

11/09/2005

Venture Voice covers the venture capital and entrepreneur scene and describes itself as “entertaining entrepreneuship.” But it’s not just for entrepreneurs and VCs. Anyone will enjoy the interviews with some of the leading technology minds and investors.